Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero Smalls vs United Shapes Cadet

How they compare

Both boards are designed for all mountain and freeride riding. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero Smalls has a hybrid (rocker/camber) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the United Shapes Cadet uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The United Shapes Cadet is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.